Assistant Chief Building Engineer

Dewberry Engineers Incorporated; Virginia, Fairfax (MN, VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Chief Building Engineer to lead the operation and maintenance of two large commercial office buildings. This role requires a strong technical background in HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems, alongside excellent troubleshooting and customer service skills. The successful candidate will ensure optimal building operations while maintaining safety and compliance standards. Join a collaborative team dedicated to delivering high-quality services and innovative solutions. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex projects and develop professionally in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial building operations and maintenance.
• Universal EPA 608 Certification is required.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire/life safety systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of building systems.
• Monitor Building Automation System and respond to alarms.
• Assist in emergency response efforts and manage inventory of spare parts.

Skills

HVAC Systems

Electrical Systems

Plumbing Systems

Life Safety Systems

Troubleshooting Skills

Customer Service Skills

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Trade School or Associate Degree

Tools

Building Automation Systems (BAS)

CMMS Software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Assistant Chief Building Engineer

Job ID

14328

# of Openings

1

Job Location

US-VA-Fairfax

Category

Operations/Maintenance

Relocation Assistance

No

Service Line

Corporate

Job Description

The Assistant Chief Building Engineer will provide leadership, support, technical direction, and guidance for the operation and maintenance of two 100,000 sf Class A commercial office buildings.

Primary responsibility is to always maintain base building services and operations. This requires technical knowledge of all base building systems to implement maintenance and repairs to ensure optimal operations.

The Assistant Chief Building Engineer will ensure training, safety, policies, procedures, standards, and reporting of all maintenance activities and repairs. This position reports directly to the Chief Building Engineer in Fairfax, Virginia.

Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 50 locations and 2,000 professionals nationwide. What sets us apart from our competitors is our people. At Dewberry, we seek out exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients. Whether you're an experienced professional or a new graduate, you'll have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry. Our commitment to excellence stems from our personal integrity and from other defining attributes, which we call "Dewberry at Work," that have inspired our employees to be successful for more than a half-century.

Responsibilities

Perform troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life safety systems.
• Monitor Building Automation System (BAS), respond to BAS alarms by investigating root causes, adjusting setpoints and schedules in line with operational standards.
• Prioritize service requests to ensure timely resolution.
• Maintain and update maintenance records, equipment reading logs, and work order documentation.
• Help manage inventory of spare parts and tools; recommend purchases as needed.
• Assist in emergency response efforts, including fire alarms and power outages.
• Assist the Chief Engineer with daily supervision of building maintenance operations.
• Act as Chief Engineer in their absence, leading all aspects of building operations.

Required Skills & Required Experience

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; trade school or associate degree preferred.
• 5+ years' experience in commercial building operations and maintenance.
• Universal EPA 608 Certification is required.
• Proficiency with one or more BAS platforms, preferably Siemens Desigo CC or Insight.
• Possessing a current Virginia Journeyman HVACR or DC Class III License is a plus.
• Strong working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing and fire/life safety systems.
• Familiarity with OSHA safety regulations, NFPA codes, and energy conservation best practices.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Experience in CMMS for work order management and basic computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite).
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and customer service skills.

Working Conditions:

• Physical requirements include standing, walking, bending, climbing ladders, lifting and working in mechanical spaces.
• Occasional overtime, evening, or weekend work may be necessary to address building emergencies or support scheduled maintenance.

*At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.

*Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

*Prior to a final offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to submit to a background screening which may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted by Dewberry's background vendor of choice and will be conducted in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law.

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